Job Title: Teachers & Teaching Assistants - Pupil Referral Units (PRUs)
Location: Various Locations Across Tameside
Contract Type: Supply / Short-Term / Long-Term Opportunities
Salary: Competitive Rates - Based on Role and Experience
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people who need it most?
Tradewind, a specialist education supply agency, is actively recruiting resilient, compassionate, and committed Teachers and Teaching Assistants to work in Pupil Referral Units (PRUs) across [Region].
PRUs provide vital support to students who are unable to attend mainstream schools due to behavioural, emotional, or medical needs. These roles are both challenging and deeply rewarding - ideal for individuals who want to have a lasting impact.
We're Looking For:
1. Qualified Teachers (QTS or equivalent) for core subject and general teaching roles
2. Experienced Teaching Assistants or Support Staff
3. Candidates with experience in behaviour support, SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health), SEND, or youth work
4. A calm, patient, and consistent approach to behaviour management
5. Flexibility, resilience, and a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable learners
Your Role May Include:
6. Supporting students in small groups or on a 1:1 basis
7. Delivering or assisting with tailored learning programmes
8. Building positive relationships and helping pupils re-engage with education
9. Managing challenging behaviours with confidence and empathy
Requirements:
10. Relevant experience in education, SEN, or alternative provisions
11. A DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
12. Strong communication and teamworking skills
13. A proactive and adaptable attitude
Why Join Tradewind?
14. Competitive daily pay, paid weekly
15. Flexible work to suit your schedule
16. Opportunities for ongoing CPD and behaviour management training
17. A supportive team that understands the unique challenges of PRU work
18. Long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities available
Take the next step in your education career and help transform lives through positive relationships and inclusive learning.
Apply Now or contact Joanne on 0161 674 0138 / for more information.